Heather J is a seasoned HR leader with 12+ years driving people strategy at scale, most recently shaping HR Consulting for Microsoft’s Cloud + AI, Data Centers, and Security organizations supporting ~60,000 employees. She has a strong track record of partnering with senior leadership to reduce turnover, boost engagement, and align talent programs to $50B+ commercial portfolios across industries. Known for data-driven, empathetic leadership, Heather builds inclusive, AI-enabled HR solutions and has led global teams through complex M&A, ATS migrations, and large-scale HR transformations. Her legal-industry and professional-services experience as a CHRO and consultant honed her skills in risk-aware change management and talent integration. Based in Bellevue with a background in English and Sociology, she combines strategic rigor with clear storytelling—now channeling that voice into children’s books while staying deeply grounded in people analytics. An uncommon detail: she frames HR initiatives through narrative and design, turning policy into practical, human-centered experiences.
12 years of coding experience
BA, English & Sociology, BA, English & Sociology at University of Toronto Scarborough
BTEC National Diploma Business & Finance, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, BTEC National Diploma Business & Finance, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services at Tresham College
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